BERWICK · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
B
17/24
Berwick gets a B.
Maine FOAA gives 5 business days with the Public Access Ombudsman for advisory opinions. Booking photos public. eCourts e-filing rollout still in progress — courts criterion takes a partial credit.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Berwick.
COMPUTED 2026-05-30 08:25 UTC · SCORE 17/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-05-30 08:24 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-05-30 08:24 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-05-30 08:24 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-05-30 08:24 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
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Recent Maine Court Cases
Most recent Maine court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00062 | US BANK TRUST v. RICHARDSON | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:25-cv-00651 | BEAUCHEMIN v. KENNEBEC COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY et al | 05/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-mc-00211 | IN RE: JONATHAN LILLEY | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00273 | RICHARDS v. SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION COMMISSIONER | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00276 | HOWARD v. SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION COMMISSIONER | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00106 | DUNCAN v. LOWES HOME CENTERS LLC | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-00215 | UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE v. BARD | 05/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-20071 | Kathleen V. Braica | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00147 | DARBY v. WEX INC | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00165 | FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION v. SILKE et al | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00254 | BRISSON v. WAL-MART STORES EAST LP | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:25-cv-00393 | PLAZA REVOLVING TRUST BY WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY FSB v. SEAMS et al | 05/28/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of York County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of York County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
What's the source for arrest records in Old Orchard Beach?▼
Old Orchard Beach, ME (York County) arrest records: Old Orchard Beach Police Department (https://oobpd.com/) — public via Maine FOAA (1 M.R.S. §401-410). York County Sheriff (https://www.yorkcountymaine.gov/sheriff-s-office) for inmate. Statewide criminal history: Maine SBI (https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/about/sbi/) — name-based public CHRI $31 online (https://www5.informe.org/online/pcr/). Statute 16 M.R.S. §703-708 (https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/16/title16ch3sec0.html). Court records: Maine Judicial Branch (https://www.courts.maine.gov/) docket search. FBI Identity History Summary $18. Maine FOAA. Portland Press Herald (https://www.pressherald.com/) for regional blotter.
How do I search property ownership in Springvale?▼
Springvale is a village within the City of Sanford (York County, Maine), so property records come from the Sanford Assessor's Office and the York County Registry of Deeds. Sanford Assessing (https://www.sanfordmaine.org/departments/assessing/index.php, 919 Main Street, Sanford, ME 04073, 207-324-9115, assess@sanfordmaine.org) maintains parcel-level ownership, tax maps, valuations, and exemption status. The interactive Sanford GIS/parcel viewer is at https://www.axisgis.com/sanfordme/ - free public access by owner name, address, or parcel ID. The Vision Government Solutions Maine database (https://www.vgsi.com/maine-online-database/) hosts Sanford's online assessment data. For deeds, mortgages, and recorded chain-of-title, use the York County Registry of Deeds (https://www.yorkcountymaine.gov/registry-of-deeds, 45 Kennebunk Road, Alfred, ME 04002, 207-324-1576). Online deed search is free at the York County eRecording portal (linked from the Registry page); certified copies are 2 dollars first page plus 1 dollar each additional, plus 1 dollar certification per Maine Title 33 section 751. The Sanford Tax Collector (https://www.sanfordmaine.org/departments/treasurer_tax_collector/index.php) shows current property tax balances. Maine's Freedom of Access Act (1 M.R.S. section 408-A) opens these records to public inspection.
What's the source for arrest records in Waterville?▼
Arrest records in Waterville, ME (Kennebec County) come from the Waterville Police Department at 10 Colby Street, Waterville, ME 04901 (207-680-4700). Maine Freedom of Access Act (1 M.R.S. §401) makes adult arrest reports public; submit a written records request. The Kennebec County Sheriff's Office at 125 State Street, Augusta, ME 04330 (207-623-3614) handles county-level arrests. The Maine State Police State Bureau of Identification at https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/about/sbi provides statewide criminal history (free for own record at https://www5.informe.org/online/pcr/, $31). Court charges are at https://www.courts.maine.gov/ecourts/. Sources: Waterville PD (https://www.waterville-me.gov/245/Police-Department), ME State Police (https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/).
Where do I check the status of a citation in Maine?▼
To check the status of a traffic citation in Maine, use the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles online services at https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/ or the Maine Judicial Branch case search at https://courts.maine.gov/. Traffic citations are typically heard in District Court. The Violations Bureau handles civil violations and waivers at https://courts.maine.gov/courts/traffic/index.html. Driver records, including citations, are restricted under federal DPPA (18 U.S.C. §2721); the licensed driver can order their own driving record from BMV for $7. The Maine Judicial Branch is at 1 Court Street, Augusta, ME 04330 (207-822-0792). Sources: Maine BMV (https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/), Maine Courts (https://courts.maine.gov/).
Where do I find voter registration info in Maine?▼
To find voter registration info in Maine, use the Maine Voter Information Lookup at https://absenteeballotrequest.sos.maine.gov/ (visible to the voter for their own record) or the Maine Bureau of Corporations, Elections & Commissions at https://www.maine.gov/sos/cec/elec/. Voter registration is processed by the local Registrar of Voters in your municipality. Maine has same-day registration. The Voter File (with names, addresses, party, voting history) is available to political parties, candidates, and qualified researchers under M.R.S. Title 21-A §196-A. The Maine Secretary of State office is at 148 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333 (207-624-7650). Sources: Maine SOS (https://www.maine.gov/sos/), Maine Voter Lookup (https://www1.maine.gov/).
How do I run a background check in Maine?▼
To run a background check in Maine, the Maine State Police State Bureau of Identification at https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/ offers a public name-based criminal history search at https://www5.informe.org/online/pcr/ for $31. For fingerprint-based checks (required for many licenses), use a state-approved IdentoGO location. The Maine Courts public case search is at https://www.courts.maine.gov/ecourts/. Maine Freedom of Access Act (1 M.R.S. §401) governs disclosure. Employment screening must comply with the FCRA and Maine Revised Statutes Title 5 §784. Sources: Maine SBI (https://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/about/sbi), Maine Courts (https://courts.maine.gov/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Berwick, ME
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Berwick, ME
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| JAMEY BOWKER | BERWICK |
| LINDA MONAHON | BERWICK |
| YORK HOSPITAL BERWICK PHARMACY | BERWICK |
| BRADLEY LIBENSON | BERWICK |
| BERWICK FAMILY HEALTH CENTER LLC | BERWICK |
| SUSAN JONES | BERWICK |
| ROBERT BREIG | BERWICK |
| CRYSTAL GOODRICH | BERWICK |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (ME) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-19 | Experian Information S | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-19 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-18 | Hatfield, Inc. | Struggling to pay your loan |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 6
City of Berwick, ME
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| ELIZABETH BRUNELLE | 1128a1 |
| KATHARINE DANIELS | 1128a1 |
| DAVID HARDINGHAM | 1128b4 |
| PENNY MORGAN | 1128b4 |
| ANDREW MUNGER | 1128b5 |
| ALESHA NEAULT | 1128a2 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Berwick, ME
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 010028850 | Berwick Cemetery Association Inc. |
| 010429075 | William Hill Firefighters Assoc Inc. |
| 010431574 | Berwick Library Association |
| 010470281 | Berwick Volunteer Firefighters Association |
| 010484793 | Table of Plenty |
| 010508102 | Rock of Agnes Baptist Church |
| 010528197 | Noble Squries |
| 203584949 | Berwick Parent Teacher Organization |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 11
Direct from ME state + federal sources · no aggregators
FBI National
FBI Dallas and the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Announce the Results of Operation Soteria Shield
May 29, 2026
Federal Agency
Department of Labor to offer compliance assistance for employers in US cities hosting 2026 World Cup
May 29, 2026
Federal Agency
US Department of Labor issues 4 opinion letters addressing overtime exemptions, bonuses, compensable time
May 29, 2026
doj_news
Member of the Fully Blooded Felons Gang Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for RICO, Drug, and Firearm Offenses
May 29, 2026
doj_news
County Housing Official Sentenced for His Role in Multimillion-Dollar Scheme to Receive Bribes From Hawaii Businessman and Attorneys
May 29, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Berwick
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Maine man sentenced after shooting, killing girlfriend in South Berwick
SOUTH BERWICK, Maine (WGME) -- A Maine man will spend over 30 years behind bars for shooting and killing his girlfriend in South Berwick. Police say 44-year-old Jeremiah Godfrey of…
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Cops: 'Trio of nitwits' assault residents during So. Berwick burglary
SOUTH BERWICK, Maine — Three individuals broke into a Punkintown Road home early Saturday, Nov. 29, assaulted the residents and then fled the scene, according to police. Within min…
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Man arrested after hours-long standoff in South Berwick - newscentermaine.com
Man arrested after hours-long standoff in South Berwick newscentermaine.com
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Evidence sent to crime lab in death of Rochester man found by road in Berwick, Maine
BERWICK, Maine — The investigation continues into the death of a Rochester man found deceased on the side of a road in Berwick. Kyle Lang, 26, had been reported missing by his fami…
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Police increase presence at North Berwick schools - Spectrum News
Police increase presence at North Berwick schools Spectrum News
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Fugitive wanted for child molestation in Rhode Island arrested in Maine by US Marshals - WMTW
Fugitive wanted for child molestation in Rhode Island arrested in Maine by US Marshals WMTW
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Maine driver of tractor-trailer arrested for DUI after crash on I-89 in New Hampshire - Boston 25 News
Maine driver of tractor-trailer arrested for DUI after crash on I-89 in New Hampshire Boston 25 News
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LIST | Memorial Day events planned around Maine to honor fallen service members
These are some of the Memorial Day events planned around Maine this year. Where is Angel Torres? Maine family still searching for answers 27 years later Investigators believe foul …